Report Card: SC Student Is Performance-Driven
by Ed Sunkin
Futurauto – Engine Technology Techs Will See In The Bays
by Ed Sunkin
As you begin your career in the auto service industry, youll find that for the most part, the internal combustion engine (ICE) which has been around for more than 100 years hasnt changed much in theory. However, there have been many internal modifications to the ICEs design that has made it more fuel efficient in recent years, as the world tries to reduce its thirst for oil. To become a knowledgeable diagnostic technician, youll need to become familiar with these technologies and understand how to service them when a problem arises.
Service Advisor – What does SAE 10W-30 actually mean?
We all know to check the owners manual to find out which weight oil should be used in the engine of a vehicle, and also generally know to only use motor oils with American Petroleum Institute Certification, designated by the starburst displayed clearly on the container, in most vehicles. But what really is the difference
Report Card – A Study In Performance
by Ed Sunkin
Report Card – A MINI that’s Big on Sports
by Ed Sunkin
Saving Your Skin
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in ImportCar
The Evolution of the Automotive Service Technician – An Inside the Industry Perspective, Kimberly McWaters
These days, a scene from an automotive service bay is somewhat like a scene from an operating room. A group of highly skilled men and women meticulously pour over their work, using sophisticated instruments and finely tuned minds to diagnose and repair the complex workings of the intricate machinery before them. Technological advances have resulted
Northstar V8: Servicing GM’s Top-of-the-Line Engine, Larry Carley
Adapted from Larry Carley’s feature in Underhood Service
Living Under the Hood – An Audi-Volkswagen Family Reunion
Adapted from Larry Bailly’s article in ImportCar
Tuning Into Engine Performance
Adapted from Brendan Baker’s article in Underhood Service